Basil went from being a stable hand and skilled horseman in the imperial stables at Constantinople to becoming a celebrated wrestler who was noticed by Emperor...
Thank you for the history and, of course, for the poem. Jealousy and fear of loss (love, power, position) can drive someone to such dreadful action, fulfilling the feared loss of love.
Thank you for the history and, of course, for the poem. Jealousy and fear of loss (love, power, position) can drive someone to such dreadful action, fulfilling the feared loss of love.
You're welcome, Ray. I suspect all those feelings played a big part in the tragic events that took place that fateful night.